Jet’s a Pyre For 75 in Yugoslavia
A British charter service plane crashed in Yugoslavia near Rijeka amid Adriatic holiday plans. The Tupolev Tu-134 carried Britons to holiday resorts, marking the second air disaster in Yugoslavia involving British travelers that year.
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London
Initeatline
Lundoi
S. Gatwick
Rijeka
Hey
Brilong
Yugoslavia
Isig
Ljiljana
Islind
Krk
Opatya
Curran Walsh and Officials Hold Third Floor Meeting
Mayor Curran and Patree Supt joined Sogeph Ay Walsh Mario Lugo and three parsons in a late night huddle at the police headquarters on Congress street. Details remained unavailable while an unofficial source suggested the session related to the eviction of Jen onry at 331 391 East Main street scheduled for today.
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Curran
Patree Supt
Sogeph Ay Walsh
Mario Lugo
Tenants Association
Congress Street
Jen Onry
East Main Street
Walpole Jail Stamp Exhibit Vanishes With $20,000 Loss
Walpole State Prison officials report a stamp exhibit valued at about $20,000 disappeared from the facility. Inmates were slated for an April 24 display, and the loss came to light after a donor from Wyoming reported the theft. Authorities are investigating the apparent theft and missing collections.
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Bay State
Walpole
Mass
APV
Walpole State Prison
Tack Langer
Raga Park, WY
Stiph
Robert Monys
United Nations
Landor
Ana
Tour
VEW Post Aas Installation at Fairfield ceremony
Michael Stracquadants was reinstalled as commander of the VEW Beach Gutley Mast post during Friday evening ceremonies in Fairfield. Attendees included aides of Son and Lowall P. Wolekor Je, Congressman Stewart Ma iine, and local veterans' leaders who pledged support for bringing the USS Aircraft carrier ERSMe to Bridgeport as a permanent war memorial.
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Michael Stracquadants
Ay Mill Hill Avenue
Fairfield
Coves Tonnies
Son
Lowall P. Wolekor Je
Stewart Z. Ma Iine
Carliet Ersme
Bridgeport
Nivel Seiler
Area Tops the State In Per Capita Income
The Bridgeport Norwalk Stamford SMA led Connecticut in per capita income for 1968, ranking fourth in the nation with $4,799. The Hartford New Britain SMA ranked second in the state and fifth nationally, while the Jefferson, Ml J. War area led the nation.
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Wasiington
Bridgeport Norwalk-Stamford Standard
Connecticut
U.S
Jaterson
ML J
San Francisco
Synthetic drug Taotha dyl acetate may outlast methadone
AP reports Chicago physicians find a synthetic narcotic Taotha dyl acetate may suppress narcotic hunger twice as long as methadone in a small study of 10 volunteers in a methadone maintenance program. Researchers Jerome M. Jaffe and Ted word note benefits include reduced redistribution of medication to illicit sources and fewer daily clinic visits, aiding patient stability.
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Chicago
Jerome M. Jaffe
Ted Word
Senay
Illnois Department of Mental Health Drug
Method study on methadone program effects described
A fragmentary report discusses a methadone treatment study with weekend dosing vs weekday dosing. It notes differences in withdrawal symptoms and observer differentiation between experimental and control groups, with doctors cautioning about interpretation due to partial data and unclear terminology.
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UPI
Ford
Poe
Shockiist
Scorea
Campaign finance reform hearings loom in capital push
In Washington a push to curb campaign spending moves forward as Deputy Attorney General Kichland G. Xlviedienst readies the administration's plan before Senate Rules Committee hearings. The Commerce Committee already approved limits on spending, with stipulations on media purchases and potential safeguards to reduce influence. The National Committee for an Effective Congress warned that money dominates elections and erodes public trust.
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Nvenyone
Mansfield
Parie Department
Racine TV
National Committee For An Effective Congress
Humphrey Predicts Vietnam War Key Issue in 1968 Campaign
Senator Hubert Humphrey said the Vietnam war will dominate the race against Nixon. He warned that if Democrats do not act, the conflict could cost the President support and influence. He also predicted strong youth turnout as newly enfranchised voters participate in the election.
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Hubert Jr. Humphrey
Nixon
Southeast Asia
Advics
Democrats
Watt
Southeast
Asia
Oheh Grotto Plans Ladies Night Event
The Bridgepat chapter of Chely Grotto announces a ladies night starting at 0 p.m. with plans for socializing, talks, and a question session afterward. Organizers Glen Miit and Kenneth Doren coordinate arrangements including refreshments and dancing.
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Chely Grotto
Lonlaht
Geers Basan
Mourrel
Aninoupeed
Bacolt
John Sesbor
Taedastd
Glen Miit
Kenneth
Doren
Coebairaven
Cyclist Ford Dead In New Haven Park
AP report from New Haven states cyclist George Staskadakes, 28, of West Jbiven was found beside his bike on Baldwir Drive in Baldwir Park. Police say he died from injuries sustained in a crash. no further details available.
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Ford
New Haven Park
New Haven
Plaid Apan
Baldwir Drive
West Rack
George Staskadakes
West Jbiven
Fpalica Sail Nmn
Truatdhe
Moinr Wales
Uogiog Waa
Woman Robbed After Being Knocked to Ground
A woman reported near her home that she was robbed of her purse after being knocked to the ground. Police said the suspect used a sandbag and fled on a nearby street. No one was immediately charged as investigators reviewed the incident.
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Yhelma Links
Comer
Aha
Palles
Aennager
Polica Investi
Nixon leads in Boston poll amid economic talk
A Boston Globe poll shows President Richard M. Nixon leading in the 1968 primary race with 49 percent, as economic recovery programs are debated. The survey, conducted among 1,986 people, also notes Muskie, McGovern, and Kennedy as competing figures, amid inflation concerns and the Vietnam War context.
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Sey
Lee and I
Mast
BeMiaine
Brads
Richard M. Nixin
Inn
Boston Globe
Anlel Muskie
Tayailjenn
New Word
Becker Rerenuel Corp
Atestions
Parsons
Seaea Paper
Questlongs
Patitions Partes
Stiles
Yalliia Maskie
Nixon
Art
Vent and Son
Tedward
W-Mass
Hike
View
Ma Bere
Flimbhuey
Beorge McGovern
Bon
Honey My Jackson
Washington
Gav. Grorge Wallies
Alwhaiac Hare
Was It Pull-Out Laxity In Charlie 2 Disaster
Fragmented wartime dispatch describes Charlie 2 incidents near the DMZ with US bombers, rockets, and a Vietnamese base attack. Reports life casualties, damaged bunkers, and disarmed explosive devices while officials urge discipline and adherence to fundamentals amid ongoing shelling and counterattacks.
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Hotlh Vietnaumsenssits
Aliidl
U.S
Charlie Tf
Dmz
Worth Vietnam
Grenity
City Parks Draw Thousands for Weekend Fun in Sun
Crowds flocked to Seaside Park and Beardsley Park Zoo as warm weather lured about 1,000 bathers to the beach and hundreds more to games in the sand. The Coast Guard reported light traffic between New Haven and Stratford, with full lifeguard coverage to begin Memorial Day.
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Hotel City Berehos
West Surelay
U.S. Coast Guard
New Haven
New Waven
Stratford
Guilford
Tony
Beardsley Park
Sali
Robert McLoughlin
Aventinn
Zon
Ue Son
Targa Croiveds
Anks
Ihe
Ananuys
Vieleither
Little Economic Recovery Noted by Stokes
Stokes reports modest revival signs in local economy with bank debits leading gains and mixed wage trends across manufacturing sectors. Weekly earnings edge higher in transport equipment and machinery, while several industries show declines including electrical equipment and rubber products. The Hindewport SMSA includes Bridgeport Fairfield and surrounding towns.
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Transport Ethali
Hindewport Smsa
Bridgeport
Fairfield
Taston
Monroe
Shinton
Trumbull
Stratford
Milford
Pravda Suspects Yanks Fought in Six Day War
Pravda hints at possible involvement by United States forces in the Six Day War. The report cites unnamed officials and unclear sources, mentioning a remote beach area and unidentified individuals observed by local observers.
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Pravda
Emigration Policy Debate Stirred by Soviet Jewry Panel
AP reports on a controversial discussion about Soviet Jewish emigration as officials in Moscow and Washington weigh liberalizing moves. The article cites unnamed sources noting U S and allied intelligence views on pressures to allow Jews to leave, amid broader Cold War tensions and regional security concerns.
Assault Investigated In Unclear Hillway Incident
Police investigated an assault claim described as severe with no complaint filed. Petey Cireentland reported an unidentified man in the hillway near his apartment. Mr. Gréealmph was taken to St Vincent's hospital for head and hip injuries, according to Detective Goarne UDirga.
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Petey Cireentland
D& High
Jarmevonne
Gréealmph
St Vincent's Hospital
Goarne Udirga
Ormandy Named Nixon Aide to Music Festival
President Nixon named Eugene Ormandy as his personal coordinator for the Inter American Music Festival in Washington and Philadelphia. The event, held every three years since 1958, honors the first anniversary of the Inter American System. Organizers said the festival aims to broaden understanding across the Americas. Nixon plans a preview performance of Mozart and will attend related events with Argentine and U.S. officials. Meanwhile, Nixon and family spend a quiet weekend at the Palm Bay peninsular before travel to Washington.
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APY
Nixon
Estra Concienne
Eugene “Oregandy Sandry
Washington
Hilladelphia
Ann Hinge
Mixan
U.S
Julie
David Eisenhower
Miscayne Bay
Topid
Alaham
Mobile
Alabama
Flavin
Kentucky
Misslsgippi
Tennessee
Birmingham
Fox
Aml
Lf Southern
Whitehouse
Waterburian Dies When Car Hits Tree
A Waterbury resident, Samela of Waterbury, died Sunday night after a northbound car struck a trotman in Waterbury Falls area, police said. The driver, Leonora Grynluk, 47, of Waterbury, was hospitalized with serious injuries. police note the car failed to stop at Rimman Street and Route 43, struck a utility pole, then a tree.
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Aieacon Falls
Tohn Samela
Waterbury
Ripon
Dent
Griffin Hospital
Din Derby
Leonora Grynluk
T Hey Cay
Rimman TN Tad
Quake Toll Nears 1000 in Bingol Turkey
An earthquake near Bingol Turkey left thousands homeless as rescue work faced delays. Turkish authorities reported hospitals tents and soup kitchens set up with aid from Elazig Red Crescent Red Cross and Iran. Prime Minister Evin toured the scene promising relief while noting construction with sun dried bricks worsened damage and a high death toll is expected. Local streets remained clogged with debris as families searched for missing relatives.
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Bingel
Jresietutila
Elazig
8Th Army Corps
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Teimote
Ankara
Lake van
Red Crescent
Turkey
Red Cross
Benn
Hell
Nehat Ervin
Bo Bingh
Aikara
Exim
Ephraim Elrom
Evin
Bardur
Israeli Embassy Hostage Victim Elrom Found Murdered
Police say Israeli premier’s son was kidnapped and killed, with Elrom found dead in an apartment once occupied by a woman who fled 45 days earlier. Five young men reportedly fled the scene with cases before a threat was made to the concierge. An army doctor estimated the time of death between 6 and 7 p.m. A nurse in the building reported no shots heard. The incident follows a separate wartime history related to Nazi war criminal Adal Fighmann, hanged in Israel May 1, 1982. Premier Rim called for swift action and for Parliament to pass necessary laws to crush the attackers.
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Sin Hed
Eloom
Wall
Israel
Adal Fighmann
Elrom
Semiha Dleayta
Wey
Pany
Pont
Elvam
Rim
New Tn
Turkey
Smids
Athaw
Memorial Day Flag Flying Observance Urged by UPS Unit
The United Patriotic Societies Inc coordinates Bridgeport Memorial Day events inviting three patriots and veterans to display patriotic flags and honor fallen service members. The appeal stresses love of country and the flag as a symbol, urging veterans to promote patriotism and support for troops in Vietnam.
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United Patriotic Sociaties, Inc
UPS
Bridgeport
WBS
Vsii
Vietnam
Federal Reserve urged to extend reserve rules to all FDIC insured banks
The Federal Reserve advocates extending reserve requirements to all FDIC insured banks not in the Fed system. It also proposes allowing such banks to borrow from the Fed and seeks standby government authority to guarantee loans during financial crises. The report notes current reserve rates span from 0 to 174 percent by bank size and location.
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Fedral
Insurgice Corp
Federal Reserve
Hour
Thas
Congress
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Fed
Federal Reserve Syage
Puch BsKigtange
Benjy Gentral
Interracial Dating Attitudes Surveyed in 1960s Text
A fragmented poll finds mixed views on interracial dating. Readers express concern about reputation, pride, and social norms, with several respondents linking dating across races to sexual stereotypes. The text references totals by race, including blacks and whites, and notes varied support for interracial relationships.
Woman Faces Court on Fraud Charge and Hunt for Two Men
A woman accused of passing counterfeit American Express checks in Bridgeport is scheduled for circuit court arraignment today. Chris Willis, 24, of West Arthur Street, New York, was arrested after allegedly passing checks for 100 dollars each at shops in the city. Miss Willis, 35, faces charges of dealing in counterfeit money and possession of narcotics. Police continue an investigation to determine if other checks were used at local stores.
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Ag Halirn
Tess & Hunt
Chris C. Willis
West Aarth Street
New York City
Dens Inyette
Mershants
McHella
Joseph Vasna
Miss Willis
Pevinile
Estine Holtury
Counscil
Silverstone
University of Bridgeport
Richard Harrington
George Martelan
General Electric
Marcux McCraven
United Mluminatsing Company
al Lang
Lyons, Mather and Lechner
Alvin Goldfield
Chamber of Commerce
James A. Cam Welly
Hartford Angler Drowns in Farmington River
SIMSBURY AP reports Gregory Finsley aged 23 drowned while fishing the Farmington River near Hartford. Rescuers recovered his body shortly before 5 p.m. An investigation into the incident was not immediately available.
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Hartford
Anti Noise Ordinance Hearing Set for City
City considers strict limits on 80 decibels affecting vehicles construction sites and public spaces. Exemptions include emergency vehicles and daytime themed events. Proposal requires permits, bans outdoor performances, and curbs noisy devices from theaters to mini golf and archery ranges. Advisory council members and officials from GE and industry groups weigh in.
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Board of Park Collingsioners
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